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Susan D. Emmett, M.D. Otolaryngologist

Primary Appointment Location

Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
View Location

Overview

Areas of Expertise
Ear, Nose and Throat Care
Hearing and Balance
Accepting New Patients
Yes (Referral Required)
Provides Second Opinion
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.9 out of 5
38 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
8 comments
Susan D. Emmett, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Research
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Emmett

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

About Dr. Emmett

Clinical Biography

Susan D. Emmett, M.D., MPH, is an otolaryngologist and public health-trained researcher who holds four grants from the National Institutes of Health.

Dr. Emmett comes to UAMS from Duke University School of Medicine where she was an assistant professor of surgery and assistant research professor of global health. At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, she will lead the new Center for Hearing Health Equity. Along with her passion for research, tackling issues related to hearing loss and hearing health equity in the state of Arkansas, Dr. Emmett will also spend time performing cochlear implant surgery at UAMS.

Dr. Emmett is also the founder and director of the Global HEAR (Hearing Loss Evaluation, Advocacy and Research) Collaborative.

Clinical Focus

  • Hearing loss
  • Hearing disorders
  • Ear nose and throat disorders
  • Surgical intervention for hearing disorders

Dr. Emmett's Academic Background

Academic Biography

Dr. Susan D. Emmett is an associate professor in the UAMS College of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and has a secondary appointment in the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health.

After earning her Bachelor of Arts in molecular biology at Princeton University, Dr. Emmett earned her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. She attended Johns Hopkins School of Medicine for her residency in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery. She then earned her Master of Public Health and received postdoctoral fellowship training from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

 

Faculty Appointments

Department of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery
Professor

Education and Training

Postdoctoral Fellowship
Johns Hopkins University
Residency
Johns Hopkins University Hospital
Otolaryngology
Postgraduate Education
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Public Health in Epidemiological and Statistical Methods
Medical School
Duke University School of Medicine
Undergraduate Education
Princeton University
Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery — Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

Associations

  • American Medical Association
  • American Neurotology Society
  • American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Dr. Emmett's Research

Susan D. Emmett, M.D., MPH, is an otolaryngologist and public health-trained researcher who holds four grants from the National Institutes of Health who has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dr. Emmett will lead the new Center for Hearing Health Equity for the organization. As one of the most successful NIH-funded ENT surgeons and researchers in the country, she will help UAMS quickly become a leader in research involving hearing health disparities both in Arkansas and abroad. Her primary research focus is related to hearing loss and its causes as well as health disparities related to hearing loss. A main focus of her research is to help improve access to care for people, particularly children, in underserved areas. This research aims to identify those who are at risk of developing hearing loss or are already experiencing it but haven’t been diagnosed, and help them easily access affordable preventive care and treatment.

Research Interests

Hearing Loss and related health disparities, Identifying those who are at risk of developing hearing loss, Improving access to health care for individuals with hearing disorders, hearing loss treatments and early detection.

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Emmett

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Hearing Loss

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Emmett

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Hearing Device Implantation
  • Surgery for Hearing Restoration

Dr. Emmett's Areas of Expertise

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Ear, Nose and Throat Care

ENT doctors can treat issues that range from the everyday to the complex. We provide both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for a wide range of conditions.

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Hearing and Balance

At UAMS Health, we have state-of-the-art equipment and technology to provide the best treatment for your hearing issues.

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Locations Where Dr. Emmett Practices

Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center , Primary Location

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.9 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.9 out of 5
Provider showed concern
5 out of 5

Overall: 4.9 out of 5

(38 Ratings, 8 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Great

Date

Nov 20, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I am pleased with those who were in the room assisting and the primary doctor.

Date

Jun 14, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Already recommended

Date

May 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Good, as well as I can remember

Date

Apr 18, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

The doctor was very thorough in discussing my concerns.

Date

Feb 13, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I will recommend Dr. Emmett to everyone!

Date

Oct 18, 2024
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Great

Date

Nov 20, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I am pleased with those who were in the room assisting and the primary doctor.

Date

Jun 14, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Already recommended

Date

May 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Good, as well as I can remember

Date

Apr 18, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

The doctor was very thorough in discussing my concerns.

Date

Feb 13, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I will recommend Dr. Emmett to everyone!

Date

Oct 18, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Emmett is a good fit for me. She is very knowledgable and was able to communicate to me in a way I understood. I so appreciated it.

Date

Sep 11, 2024
4.8 out of 5

Comment

I was happy with my visit and look forward to my next visit.

Date

Aug 28, 2024

Make an Appointment With Dr. Emmett

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

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